What we’re about
The Dutch Language Café is the place in The Hague where people of many different nationalities can come together, feel at home, have fun, get to know each other and learn Dutch. All information can be found at: www.dutchlanguagecafe.com
Since July 2024, and thanks to a successful crowdfunding campaign, we have our own café in the centre of The Hague! Come by, drink coffee, play games, and have a chat, even outside of the usual events! We are open Wednesday to Saturday 11:00-23:00 and Sunday 12:00-17:00, and we're located at Herengracht 13A.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Kletsmomentje | Afternoon Chat in Dutch at DLC 💬Dutch Language Café, The Hague
Afternoon Chat Moment – Practise Dutch for free in a chill way!
Meet people, chat in Dutch, and enjoy a relaxed vibe – no pressure, just gezelligheid ☕🗨️🇳🇱🗨️ Chat jar + games to get the convo flowing
🧩 All Dutch levels welcome – from beginners to natives!🕔 13:00 Drop in & start chatting
🕕 14:00 Official end – but stick around if you want!💸 Free! Just grab a drink at the bar ☕️
🎟️ Sign up: dutchlanguagecafe.com/events/kletsmomentje-middag/New to DLC? Become a member to join all our events for free & get café discounts!
Native speaker? Come along – it’s fun, social, and you’re helping others too! 🙌We love to bring people together. Everyone is welcome at DLC, regardless of age, background, Dutch level, etc, as long as you follow our house rules 🧡 We are family friendly, and have lots to keep your little one happy while you chat.
- Dutch Language Cafe with games! 🎲 [Natives and learners welcome!]Herengracht 13A, Den Haag
Wednesday Game Night – Play Games & Practise Dutch!
Meet people, play fun board games, and practise Dutch in a relaxed, friendly setting! 🎲☕🇳🇱🎲 Games for everyone – from party games to tactical classics
🗨️ Speak Dutch as much as possible (mistakes welcome!)
👥 We aim for a native speaker in each group!🕢 19:00 Come in | 19:15 Games start
💸 €16 (€9 for native speakers) or free for members
🎟️ Sign up: dutchlanguagecafe.com/events/game-nightNot a board game geek? No worries – just come for the fun, chats, and good vibes!
New in The Hague? Join DLC to meet people, learn Dutch, and feel at home 💛
Native speaker? Je bent natuurlijk ook van harte welkom!
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For an impression of our previous activities, go to our Instagram or check out our website: https://www.dutchlanguagecafe.com/ - Chess club | Play chess at Dutch Language Café ♟️Dutch Language Café, The Hague
The DLC chess club has moved to Wednesday evenings! No matter how much experience you have, come and enjoy some mind puzzles, speak Dutch (all levels welcome) and meet nice people :)
### What will we do?
At the chess club, I will give tips to improve your personal chess skills, we will solve (sometimes) tricky chess puzzles and we will play informal chess games. Is chess completely new to you or are you just starting out? You are more than welcome to join us! We will be happy to teach you. 😊
Cost and sign up
The chess club costs €6 or included in your DLC membership, and you'll need to get a ticket here: https://dutchlanguagecafe.com/events/chess/### Planning
The chess club will last from 19:00 to 21:00 but you are welcome to play for longer!
### Dutch Level
Chess is, of course, a mind sport. But outside the games we can talk Dutch! After each chess game, you have the chance to discuss the game in Dutch with your opponent. And of course you can also talk about other things than chess when you are not playing :). When speaking we try to speak mostly Dutch, but we speak slowly and help you along the way. If you are comfortable with a basic level of Dutch, this event is good for you! It certainly doesn’t have to be perfect. We are all there to learn :).
See you then!Here are some handy chess terms in English and Dutch:
English: Dutch:
Piece: Stuk
Pawn: Pion
Rook: Toren
Knight: Paard
Bishop: Loper
Queen: Dame of Koningin
King: Koning
Move: Zet
Capture: Slaan
To Castle: Rokeren/Rokade
Promote: Promoveren
Square: Veld
Draw: Remise - Kletsmomentje | Afternoon Chat in Dutch at DLC 💬Dutch Language Café, The Hague
Afternoon Chat Moment – Practise Dutch for free in a chill way!
Meet people, chat in Dutch, and enjoy a relaxed vibe – no pressure, just gezelligheid ☕🗨️🇳🇱🗨️ Chat jar + games to get the convo flowing
🧩 All Dutch levels welcome – from beginners to natives!🕔 13:00 Drop in & start chatting
🕕 14:00 Official end – but stick around if you want!💸 Free! Just grab a drink at the bar ☕️
🎟️ Sign up: dutchlanguagecafe.com/events/kletsmomentje-middag/New to DLC? Become a member to join all our events for free & get café discounts!
Native speaker? Come along – it’s fun, social, and you’re helping others too! 🙌We love to bring people together. Everyone is welcome at DLC, regardless of age, background, Dutch level, etc, as long as you follow our house rules 🧡 We are family friendly, and have lots to keep your little one happy while you chat.
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